Resources for Undocumented Students

We Support You!

De Anza College is dedicated to providing education and a safe environment for all
students, regardless of their immigration status. While there is a great deal of uncertainty
and concern about U.S. government policy, De Anza is reaffirming its commitment to
treat all students with equity and respect. This page will be updated regularly with
information about on-campus programs and other resources for undocumented students.

HEFAS Summit on May 25: 'It Takes a Village'

The Fourth Annual HEFAS Summit will feature Undocumedia founders Justino Mora and Ivan Ceja, along with educational workshops, fun activities,
breakfast and lunch. The event is sponsored by HEFAS (Higher Education for AB 540 Students), which provides peer support and resources for
undocumented students.Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Location: Euphrat Musuem of ArtRSVP: Be sure to rsvp at https://tinyurl.com/ittakesavillage2018

For Undocumented Students and Families

Here's the latest on DACA ...

While the Trump Administration had set a March deadline for the current DACA program to end, a federal judge has ordered the government to resume accepting applications for DACA renewals.

The administration says it will complyfor now, but it also plans to appeal the judge’s order. Immigrant rights groups praised the
ruling but they caution that the future of the program is still unclear.

Meanwhile, the White House and Congress are still debating a possible legislative
plan for DREAMers. See below for more on the status of those talks.)

If your DACA status has expired, you may be eligible to file for renewal under the
federal court order. Some California education leaders are urging students to apply for renewal if they are eligible, although immigration experts recommend that individuals
should seek legal advice before filing an application.

Important points to remember

If you are already enrolled in DACA, your work permit and protection from deportation
will remain in effect until they were scheduled to expire – generally two years after
you enrolled. However, the government is not accepting new first-time applications
for DACA.

DACA is a federal program that does not affect your eligibility to attend De Anza
or any community college in California. It also doesn't affect your ability to qualify
under AB 540 for exemption from non-resident tuition, or to apply for state financial
aid under the California Dream Act.

"The California Community Colleges remain committed to serving all students, regardless
of immigration status and to providing safe and welcoming environments in which to
learn. We will do all within our power to assist students affected by this decision
..." – Eloy Ortiz Oakley, chancellor of California Community Colleges.

And if you're feeling stressed and want to talk with someone, here's a list of mental health providers from the Psychological Services office at De Anza.

More News Updates

President Trump has ordered an end to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program,
known as DACA. The program will expire in March unless Congress enacts a replacement.
Read more about the latest developments.

Want to learn more about national issues? Check out De Anza CivicsWatch, a set of online tools for understanding and engaging with our political system.

Statements of Support

Responding to a White House order barring immigrants from certain countries, De Anza
President Brian Murphy pledged support to international students and emphasized the college's commitment to inclusion and
equity.

In an earlier message, President Murphy cited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s call for "vigorous and positive
action" as he announced campus events to support undocumented students.

President Murphy outlined the college's commitment to provide resources and assistance for all students.

President Murphy shared his thoughts after the presidential election, reaffirming the college will provide sanctuary,
safety and respect for all students.

The Board of Governors for California Community Colleges adopted a resolution urging President Trump to preserve DACA and affirming that community colleges will
remain safe and welcoming for all students regardless of their immigration status.

In addition, here are two mobile apps designed to help undocumented students find
out about college scholarships available to them. Each was developed by an undocumented
student who wanted to make the experience easier for their peers.

DREAMer's Roadmap lists scholarships and helps students keep track of application deadlines. It also
lets anyone suggest a scholarship that should be added to the database. It's available
for both Apple and Android devices. You can read about Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca,
the DACA recipient who created DREAMer's Roadmap, in a recent profile by the San Francisco Chronicle.

DACA Scholars lists scholarships, provides deadline notifications and includes articles about undocumented
students and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. It's available for
Apple and Android devices.

Congratulations to De Anza students Itzel and Brenda for earning $25,000 scholarships from TheDream.US !

De Anza Student Stories - 2017

(Closed Captions in English and Spanish; click "CC" or "Settings" to select language.)

Manuel: "What's the future going to look like?"

Itzel: "People are afraid right now"

Brenda: "(At) De Anza ... you feel supported 110 percent"

Facts About Undocumented Immigrants

More than one in ten young adults in Silicon Valley are undocumented, according to
a new report by the UCLA Labor Center, which estimates they are 14% of the half million people
aged 18-32 in this region.

The study found 53 percent of undocumented young adults here are from Mexico, while
16 percent are from India, 5 percent from the Philippines and 5 percent from China.

More than 70 percent of the valley’s undocumented young adults are working, which
is slightly higher than the rate for documented or U.S.-born peers.

On-Campus Speakers and Events

De Anza hosted several events in Winter and Spring 2017 that focused on civil rights
and resources for immigrants.

The series started Jan. 31 with a talk by Jose Antonio Vargas, an undocumented immigrant who grew up in Silicon Valley, became a Pulitzer Prize-winning
journalist and founded Define American, a nonprofit media and culture group.

The ILRC's Kamhi returned to campus Feb. 8 for a practical workshop on legal rights
and real-world scenarios for encounters with immigration officials.

Attorneys from the Asian Law Alliance visited the campus on two days, Feb. 13 and 27, to provide free consultations for
undocumented students who had questions about their own circumstances or the immigration
status of family members.

On May 5, 2017, HEFAS hosted its annual summit conference for students at De Anza
and neighboring schools. The program was entitled "Build Bridges, Not Walls" and the
featured speaker was Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca, creator of the DREAMer's Roadmap app. She is a former undocumented student who was named a Champion of Change at the
White House in 2014.

Services at De Anza

HEFAS,orHigher Education for AB540 Students, provides peer support and resources to reduce financial stress and help create a
safe learning environment for fellow undocumented students. HEFAS moved this year
to a larger space. Look for them in the East Cottage (near the Flint Garage), Room
101.

Admissions and Recordscan help undocumented students qualifyunder AB 540for exemption from out-of-state tuition.

Financial Aidhas information on theCalifornia Dream Act, which lets AB540 students qualify for state and privately funded financial aid at
public colleges.

The Outreach Office can helpanswer questionsfrom current and prospective De Anza students who are undocumented.